Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood's student population of 304 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
92%
16%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
67%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood's ranking?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood is ranked #2046 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood?
304 students attend Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood offer ?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood part of?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood located?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood is located in the Kenwood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Kenwood.
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